Near K'gari Station is a starting point for the 90km Fraser Island Great Walk.

This shorter walk (below) follows the track to Lake Boomanjin, the world's largest perched lake.

Observe the noticeable changes in the landscape as you move from coastal dunes to forests of Scribbly Gum and Banksia trees.

1. K'gari Research Station

Starting from just outside the fence of the station, cross the boardwalk across sedge-filled Govi Creek and see Melaleucas, Swamp Banksias and Coral Ferns growing along its swampy verges.

After walking for about 4km through open forests and Scribbly Gum woodlands, take a short detour to explore and enjoy spectacular views from:

2. Wongi Sandblow

Follow your footprints back to the entrance track and continuing following the Great Walk track to:

3. Lake Boomanjin

Facilities include toilets, camping ground and fenced eating area.

Please be aware that this is a culturally significant place and you are asked to be respectful when visiting.

Retrace your path to K'gari Research Station.

Or

Follow the Southern Lakes Walk to extend the hike.

K'gari Research Station

A base to explore, research, learn and stay on the world’s largest sand island - uniquely located on a UNESCO World Heritage site at the northern end of three neighbouring biospheres.

Wongi Sandblow

Capture spectacular ocean views from Wongi Sandblow.

Lake Boomanjin

Lake Boomanjin is the world’s largest perched dune lake.